Lubbock, Texas vs. Rochester, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rochester, New York is 3.1% more expensive than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $83,509 in Rochester, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rochester, New York is more expensive than Lubbock, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
60% more expensive in Rochester
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Rochester, NY
Compared to Lubbock, Rochester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  23.9% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher